The improvement marks a sharp turnaround from the severe wheat crisis caused by drought in the previous agricultural season and could significantly reduce Syria’s dependence on imports.
The agreement aims to strengthen Syria’s agricultural processing sector and support food security through large-scale soybean and sunflower seed processing.
The country has started buying wheat from farmers as officials expect a stronger harvest and continue efforts to build grain reserves.
Early estimates show improved harvests as better weather and state support help farmers increase production.
Türkiye’s flour exports to Syria increased from 267,000 tons in 2023 to 326,000 tons in 2024.